1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 311 kg more than 1955 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Zephyr is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zephyr | Accord |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |